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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$350
used/refurbished market price
$1999 at launch

How long will it last?

Official promise

Supported until September 2024 · Buy-by September 2022

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2020◆ Buy-by Sep 20222024

Samsung promises 4 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until September 2024 — buying it today still gets you about -1.7 years of safe use.

Source: Samsung's official policy · last verified 2026-06-12 · how we compute this

Our verdict

The Fold that made foldables usable, but its support ended in late 2024, so it's a hobbyist's buy now.

Pros

  • Big jump over the original Fold with a 120Hz inner screen and full-size cover display
  • Got 3 OS upgrades all the way to Android 13
  • Roomy 4500mAh battery, the largest in any Fold

Cons

  • Software support ended around September 2024, so no more security patches
  • No water resistance and an aging Snapdragon 865+
Best for: Collectors or tinkerers who want a landmark foldable cheaplyBest for: Secondary-device users who don't need current security patchesAvoid if: You want a daily driver with ongoing security updatesAvoid if: You need water resistance

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen7.6-inch foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1768x2208, 120Hz + 6.2-inch cover Super AMOLED, 816x2260, 60Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetSnapdragon 865+
RAM12GB
Storage256GB / 512GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main12MP
ultra-wide12MP
telephoto 2x12MP
front (inner)10MP
front (cover)10MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery4,500 mAh
Charging25W wired, 11W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions159.2 × 68.0 × 16.8 mm folded / 159.2 × 128.2 × 6.9 mm unfolded
Weight282 g
MaterialsAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus cover and back
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 10 with One UI 2.5 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, USB-C 3.2
Update policy3 OS upgrades · 4 years of security updates (official promise)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

How long will the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G get updates?

It is no longer supported. Samsung gave it 3 major OS upgrades (to Android 13) and 4 years of security patches, and support ended around September 2024.

What was the last Android version for the Z Fold2?

Android 13 with One UI 5 was its final major update; it shipped with Android 10.

Is the Galaxy Z Fold2 safe to use in 2026?

It still works, but without security patches since 2024 it is best used as a secondary device rather than for banking or sensitive accounts.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-12.